Our Commercial Property team advises on the property aspects of renewable energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. We act for landowners, developers, investors and funders, supporting projects from early site assembly through to operation and refinancing.
We understand that renewable energy developments raise unique property, commercial and practical issues. Our role is to manage risk, keep transactions moving and ensure the documentation supports the long-term success of the project.
Acting for Landowners
We regularly advise landowners granting rights for renewable energy developments, including solar, wind, battery storage and associated infrastructure.
Our advice is focused on protecting long-term land value, preserving flexibility for future use and ensuring obligations are proportionate and enforceable.
We advise landowners on:
- Option agreements and promotion arrangements
- Leases for operational sites
- Wayleaves and easements for cabling, substations and access
- Rights for construction, maintenance and decommissioning
- Rent structures, indexation and compensation provisions
- Landowner protections, break rights and reinstatement obligations
We work closely with land agents and tax advisers to ensure the commercial deal is properly reflected in the legal documentation.
Acting for Developers and Operators
We support developers throughout the lifecycle of a renewable energy project, from site identification to operation and exit.
Our team provides practical, commercially-driven advice designed to facilitate funding, satisfy planning and grid requirements, and deliver bankable property arrangements.
We advise developers on:
- Site acquisitions and site assembly strategies
- Option agreements and conditional contracts
- Leases, underleases and agreements for lease
- Easements, wayleaves and rights of access
- Construction access and temporary working areas
- Title due diligence and risk reporting
We understand the importance of consistency across portfolios and regularly support developers on multi-site rollouts.
Project Finance and Investment Support
We have extensive experience advising on the property elements of project finance, refinancing and investment transactions.
We act for both borrowers and lenders, delivering clear, lender-ready documentation and pragmatic solutions to title and rights issues.
Our work includes:
- Property due diligence for funders and investors
- Certificates of title and legal reports
- Direct agreements and step-in rights
- Security packages, including legal charges and assignments
- Consents, variations and landlord cooperation agreements
We work efficiently to meet transaction timetables and lender requirements.
A Practical, Commercial Approach
Renewable energy projects are long-term by nature. We focus on:
- Clear, durable documentation
- Risk allocation that reflects the commercial reality of the project
- Minimising future disputes and operational constraints
- Supporting funding, sale and refinancing over the project lifecycle
Our Commercial Property team works closely with colleagues in planning, construction and corporate law to provide a joined-up service.
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Renewable Energy Team
